Annapolis Sunset Cruise: Harbor views with live guide

An hour on the water as the light leaves Annapolis Harbor

The Annapolis Sunset Cruise is a 60-minute guided boat tour of Annapolis Harbor and the Severn River, departing Saturday evenings through September. You'll pass the United States Naval Academy while the sun sets over the water, with a live English-speaking guide on board, a curated music playlist, and a full-service bar serving drinks and snacks. The boat has a restroom and is wheelchair accessible.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset cruise on Annapolis Harbor

• Board the cruise boat
• Enjoy sunset views over harbor
• Pass by United States Naval Academy
• Listen to curated music playlist
• Purchase drinks and snacks onboard
• Relax and unwind on the water

The experience

You board in the late afternoon and spend an hour on the water as daylight fades over Annapolis Harbor. The boat glides past the Naval Academy and along the Severn River while the guide narrates the route and the light shifts across the water. A curated music playlist plays throughout, and the full bar stays open if you want a drink or snack to go with the view.

Departures run Saturday evenings through September, so the timing of the sunset shifts with the season. The boat carries a restroom on board and is wheelchair accessible. Public transportation options are available near the departure point, and the cruise suits all fitness levels since you're seated the entire time.

What’s included

• 60-minute scenic cruise through Annapolis Harbor and the Severn River.
• live English-speaking guide.
• curated music playlist.
• full-service bar with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
• restroom on board.

Before you book

Days and timesSaturdayDeparts at 17:30Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 125

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Watermark Harbor Cruise

Is this one for you?Book this if you have a free Saturday evening and want to unwind on the water without planning a full day. The one-hour length fits between other activities, and the shared boat means you'll be among other travelers rather than in a private group.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What time does the Annapolis Sunset Cruise depart?

The cruise departs Saturday evenings through September. The exact departure time shifts with the season as sunset times change, so check your booking confirmation for the precise time on your date.

Can I bring my own drinks and snacks on the cruise?

The boat has a full-service bar on board where you can purchase beverages and snacks during the cruise. Outside food and drink are not mentioned in the operator's details.

Is the boat accessible if I use a wheelchair?

Yes, the Annapolis Sunset Cruise is wheelchair accessible. The boat also has a restroom on board and can accommodate infants and small children in a pram or stroller.

What happens if the weather turns bad on the evening of my cruise?

The operator's details do not specify a weather policy or cancellation terms. Contact the operator directly before your departure date to ask about their weather guarantee or rescheduling options.

Will I see the United States Naval Academy from the boat?

Yes, the cruise passes outside the United States Naval Academy as it travels through Annapolis Harbor and the Severn River, giving you views of the waterfront and the surrounding area as the sun sets.